Learning that fits your schedule
With our remote, on-demand curriculum, become a front-end developer while you work.
Software Development Career Program
Springboard + Amazon
Launch a front-end development career at $0 cost to you. Learn to build websites and apps in just 6 months with no previous experience. Applications are currently closed. Do check back in September/October to apply for Q1 2027 cohorts.
Key details and dates
Learn front-end development languages HTML, CSS and Javascript, while applying your skills to real-world projects for a standout portfolio. No coding experience is required.
Applications are currently closed. Do check back in September/October to apply for Q1 2027 cohorts. Seats fill quickly!
The course will begin in Q1 2027. Complete the online curriculum in 6 months part-time or finish faster if you’re able to dedicate more time.
You’ll have regular 1-on-1 meetings with your expert mentor and optional live group sessions during the course.
Work 1-on-1 with a career coach for 6 months after graduating to land your new software development role.
What you’ll learn
Over six months you’ll learn the front-end development skills you'll need for a professional career in software development. The on-demand curriculum contains 180 hours of videos, practice exercises, quizzes and hands-on projects.
SAMPLE UNITS
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Foundations
Start by learning the foundational programming languages for all websites: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Discover how HTML and CSS interact to create the visual layout of websites before JavaScript interacts with each element to make websites responsive.
Creating on-page elements with HTML
Styling web pages with CSS
Logical fundamentals of programming
JavaScript fundamentals including loops and arrays
SAMPLE UNITS
Amazon associates just like you find success after Springboard
Rafael is a first generation Mexican immigrant with a passion for working on cars and computer science. With Springboard, he quickly landed his first job—an engineering role at Amazon—moving him closer to his dream.
Rafael Alvarado, Jr.
Previous Job: Transportation Associate at Amazon
New Role: Info Tech Engineer - L4 at Amazon
Graduated: In just 3 months
Having fallen in love with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS with free courses, Shenelle wanted to pivot from her customer service role into computer programming. Springboard helped her take her career to the next level to move into a dream career with the US Space Force.
Shenelle Delapaz
Previous Job: Customer Service Rep at Amazon
New Role: Cyber Operations Specialist with the US Space Force
Graduated: In 6 months
Deja has worked at Amazon for 3 years as a Level I Area Manager. She always wanted to learn to code, and finally got the opportunity with Springboard via Amazon Career Choice. Her new skills landed her a Business Analyst position.
Deja Price
Previous Job: Level I Area Manager at Amazon
New Role: Business Analyst at Amazon
Graduated: In just 4 months
How to apply
Applications are currently closed. Do check back in September/October to apply for Q1 2027 cohorts.
Apply by September/October to secure your spot in the cohort. It only takes 5 minutes.
Take a brief skills survey to help us determine if the program is a good fit for you.
Chat with a Springboard Admissions Manager about your goals for the program and ask any questions.
If you’re accepted into the program, you'll follow the reimbursement steps at the Amazon Career Choice website and enroll in the course. For detailed instructions on how to apply and submit the required Amazon payment request, click here.
Transform your career with a team behind you
Our flexible, human-guided format means that whenever you want to learn, we’ll be there supporting you.
Mentors that show you the way
Personal- and on-demand mentors help you gain a deeper understanding of the content and show you how to apply it to your projects.
A coach that gives you the edge
Your career coach will help you create a strategy, teach you to network, and practice your interview skills, so you can land the job you want.
A mentor dedicated to your learning journey
Mentor-guided learning will help you build skills faster and take your career further as a front-end developer.
Learning and project guidance
You’ll meet weekly with your experienced front-end development mentor who can answer curriculum questions, review your code and help plan projects.
Accountability
Your mentor will help you stay on track by setting goals that will both challenge you and build your confidence at each stage.
Industry insight
As a working software developer, your mentor is a friend on the inside who can advise you on the tools, trends and skills that are in-demand.
Land your dream job with career coaching
Gain a competitive advantage with a portfolio reviewed by our experts, preparation to ace any interview and the confidence to negotiate the salary you deserve.
Career coaching will help you:
Develop a strategy targeting companies that match your goals and interests
Build your professional network online and in-person
Craft a resume, portfolio and LinkedIn profile hiring managers search for
Prepare for any question with mock behavioral and technical interviews
Negotiate a salary and benefits that ensures you feel valued
What is the Career Choice Program?
Career Choice is an education benefit that empowers associates to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere. We meet individual learners where they are on their education journey through a variety of education and upskilling opportunities including full college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in - demand jobs, and foundational skills such as English language proficiency, high school diplomas, and GEDs.
What this means for Amazon associates: